Witness

Since May, God has really been showing me that He is in control and that He cares for us. Even as rebellious and sinful as I am, His blessings do not cease and His grace never dries up. It's not that I've done anything to deserve anything, but God keeps His promises and looks not at our record, but at the righteousness of Christ. To that, I am most grateful and humbled.

Miracle #1

At the end of May, I had a mini-financial crisis where I had no money coming in and my savings were dwindling. I was never someone to ask my parents for money and it was difficult going through this time period because I also had to pay for my pharmacy exams (about $1,000) as well. I kept worrying and praying. I was so desperate that I applied for any kind of job (even as a janitor! no joke) and sent out over 20 emails to random pharmaceutical advertising/medical communications companies. Within 24 hours, God gave me a job that I didn't even have to interview for. What's even crazier is that it's a full time free lancing job where I can quit whenever I want (I told them I was going to Africa in September) It was so amazing, and showed that God was listening to my prayers and provided for me when I needed it most. I am a witness to that.

Miracle #2

To go to Zambia, it was recommended that I had to get a series of rabies vaccines since many of the animals there aren't vaccinated. I've called my insurance company multiple times to verify if it was covered (since it's very uncommon to use) and I got mixed answers. Finally, they responded that they didn't cover it and it would cost about $365 per shot in a 3 shot series. I was devastated since this is a lot of money that isn't fully covered by the amount that I have to raise. I started researching online and saw that pharmaceutical companies will give medications for free if they see that you need it and are unable to pay for it. I decided to apply for it and see if it would work. Amazingly, they processed my application in 3 days and I got my rabies shots for free!

All in all, it's been so crazy seeing God's hand in every single step of my preparation. It's so obvious, that I cannot deny it. I mean I could say that all these things were coincidences, but when there are 8 or 9 coincidences that happen, I could only say that they were miracles =)

I still have to finish taking my exams, so please continue to pray for me!